FESTIVAL DANCE | Hitlist DANCE HITLIST
Kelly Apter picks some of the best dance and physical theatre to check out during week one of festival action
I AM RHYTHM The story of music and rhythm in the South African townships, courtesy of this eight-strong company specialising in traditional and urban dances. See feature, page 63. Dance Base, 225 5525, 9–21 Aug (not 15), 4pm, £12 (£10). Previews 5–7 Aug, £10 (£8).
MONUMENTAL Two Canadian trailblazers for the price of one, as dance company The Holy Body Tattoo team up with rock band Godspeed You! Black Emperor for this epic work. See preview, page 61. Playhouse, 473 2000, 8 & 9 Aug, 8pm, £10–£32.
BANG! TO THE HEART Milan’s Nue Dance Company fuse hip hop and contemporary dance in this modern-day tale of conflict and love. See preview, page 64. ZOO Southside, 662 6892, 6–29 Aug (not 10, 15, 22), 10.20pm, £12–£14 (£10–£12). Preview 5 Aug, £10.
ÉOWYN EMERALD & DANCERS Strong contemporary and ballet can be in short supply at the Fringe, but this talented American company has it covered. See preview, page 64. Greenside at Royal Terrace, 557 2124, 8–27 Aug (not 14, 21), 1.50pm, £10 (£8). Previews 5–7 Aug, £5 (£4).
IN THE WINE New Zealand’s Java Dance Theatre invites you to absorb the sounds, smells and rituals of wine-making in this unique dance show. See preview, page 66. Assembly Checkpoint, 623 3030, 6–29 Aug (not 10, 15, 22), 1.10pm, £11.50–£12.50. Previews 4 & 5 Aug, £8.
ATTRAPE MOI Acrobatics mix with theatre, music and a whole lot of skill in this family-friendly show from Quebec-based circus company Flip FabriQue. See preview at list.co.uk. Assembly Hall, 623 3030, 6–29 Aug (not 10, 15, 22), 6pm, £15–£16 (£13–£14). Previews 4 & 5 Aug, £10 (£8).
POP-UP DUETS Unexpected treats at the Museum, as Janis Claxton Dance Company presents these surprising and intimate
I Am Rhythm
duets. See preview, page 64. National Museum of Scotland, 0300 123 6789, 4–28 Aug (not 6–9, 15 & 16, 22 & 23), 3.30pm, free.
FEEL-LINK The husband and wife duo of
Dance Theatre Low Air, winners of a Lithuanian TV dance contest, present this emotionally charged duet. See preview, page 66. ZOO Southside, 662 6892, 8–20 Aug (not 14), 12.10pm, £12 (£10). Previews 5 & 6 Aug, £8.
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